Gives athletes a large number of repetitions setting in a realistic situation.
Classic Drill, Favorite drill, Intensity : Moderate, Level : Intermediate +, Mode : Cooperative, Mode : Repetition, Players 3+
Set up
# of players : 3-6 players
Ideal : 4 players
Equipment : 1 ball
Average duration : 20-35 minutes
Description
- 3 Players stand on the same side of the court in a triangle position.
- Player A at the net (facing the back of the court) hits on player B (in a defensive position).
- Player B digs to middle of the court.
- Player C sets the ball back to player A .
- If more than 3 players, setters rotate together only.
Evaluation : # of good sets in a row.
Variations
- Bumpsets
- Handsets
- Left side
- Right side
- Switch the setters
Progression
- Front sets
- Back sets (hit cross)
- 2 sets in a row
Set to yourself, set to the target - Decision-making
Alternate between the 2 defenders (no designated setters) - Off net setting
Provoke a bad pass by hitting harder on the defender. - Add more balls (2 or 3) at the same time.
Key points
- Athletes need to be aware of the wind and how it affects the ball both before they contact it and after they contact it.
Chilled approach
- Fast to slow (walk)
- Finish your last step with the contact of the ball
- Dip, dip, push
- Shoulders always facing the target (net)
Setting position
- Legs and arms are pushing together
- The leg closer to the net slightly in front
- Bumpset : continue movement to the target